1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | LeSabre | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2735 mm |
